Kali Flaherty, a ski patroller at Arapahoe Basin, exemplifies the struggles faced by patrollers: despite her dream job, her $23 hourly wage is insufficient for living expenses, forcing her to work additional shifts for stability.
With the rising cost of living in mountain resort towns, ski patrollers like Flaherty report being pushed to consider leaving the industry due to unsustainable wages and steep expenses.
The recent labor strike led by ski patrollers in Park City highlights the critical need for better wages and living conditions, as many can no longer afford to stay in their essential roles.
The Park City Professional Ski Patrol Association negotiated a $2 hourly raise and improved benefits with Vail Resorts after a strike, reflecting the demands for fair compensation in the face of rising living costs.
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